Haemophilus influenzae b (Ross strain) capsular polysaccharide meningococcal protein conjugate vaccine: when to get help
Go through these in order and stop at the first one that applies. If you are reading this for someone else, answer for them.
1
Is any of this happening now?
Call 911
Call emergency services for:
Trouble breathing, wheezing or throat tightness
Swelling of the face, lips or tongue
Widespread hives with breathing problems or collapse
A seizure, loss of consciousness or inability to wake normally
These emergency symptoms are different from the mild local reactions commonly expected after vaccination.
Other emergency signs, for anyone
Someone who is struggling to breathe, gasping, choking, or cannot get words out
Someone who has chest pain, tightness or pressure lasting more than a few minutes
Someone who has sudden weakness or drooping on one side of the face or body, slurred speech, or sudden confusion
Someone who is unconscious, or cannot be woken
Someone who is bleeding heavily and it will not stop with firm pressure
Someone who has had a seizure that will not stop, or does not wake up afterwards
Someone who has lips or skin that look pale, blue, grey or blotchy
Someone who you believe has taken an overdose or swallowed something poisonous
2
Is any of this happening?
Be seen today
Seek prompt medical advice if a baby younger than 3 months has a temperature of 38°C or 100.4°F or higher, even if the fever started after vaccination.
Also seek advice for signs of dehydration, unusual weakness or a reaction that concerns you.
3
Does any of this apply?
Book an appointment
Contact the healthcare team during routine hours if these effects are worsening, are not settling as expected or are interfering with eating, drinking or normal activity.
The article also says
Mild soreness, limited redness, irritability or a low fever can usually be monitored at home.